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/ɹɛzəˈɹɛkʃn̩/ · res·ur·rec·tion
noun
  1. The act of arising from the dead and becoming alive again. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a central event in Christianity.
  2. Bodysnatching, especially in the context of grave robbing. The resurrection of the corpse was a shocking crime that sparked outrage in the community.
verb
  1. To bring back to life or to revive something. The new treatment was able to resurrection the patient's vital signs.
Did you know? The word 'resurrection' has been used in various forms of art, literature, and music, including in the famous novel 'The Resurrection' by Leo Tolstoy and in the song 'Resurrection' by John Lennon.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026